Team GB Men’s Curlers Fall to Switzerland in Tense Extra End

During the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Team GB’s men’s curling squad faced a challenging match against Switzerland. This contest marked their second round-robin defeat, concluding with Switzerland clinching victory 6-5 in an intense extra end.

Close Call in Men’s Curling

The match showcased both teams’ exceptional skills, drawing praise for its high-quality play. Commentator Richard Vaughan noted it as a “terrific exhibition of tiptop curling.” Team GB, comprised of Bruce Mouat, Grant Hardie, Hammy McMillan, and Bobby Lammie, commenced the match with aspirations of surpassing their silver medal achievement from the previous Olympics in Beijing.

Match Overview

• Team GB’s record before the match: 4 wins, 1 loss
• Switzerland: The only unbeaten team in the competition

The game began with both teams trading single points in the first two ends. A crucial moment occurred in the third end when Team GB managed to steal a point. However, Switzerland’s Benoit Schwarz equalized with a well-executed last stone in the fourth end, demonstrating the competitive nature of the encounter.

Critical Moments

• Sixth End: Switzerland committed a foul, resulting in the loss of a stone.
• Seventh End: Team GB struggled, allowing Switzerland to score two points.
• Ninth End: A mistake by Schwarz allowed Team GB to put pressure on Switzerland.

As the match progressed, Team GB leveled the score before heading into the final end. Though Mouat had an opportunity to secure victory, he fell short, and both teams entered an extra end.

Extra End Tensions

In the tense extra end, Switzerland made a critical error during a takeout, leaving two British stones in play. Mouat responded decisively, placing his stone effectively. However, Switzerland recovered and scored one point, sealing their 6-5 win.

Vaughan remarked on Switzerland’s current form, suggesting they could rise to No. 1 in the world rankings. Team GB is set to face Norway next, updating their pursuit for a medal in the competition.

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